U.S. to Remove Patriot Missile Batteries From Saudi Arabia

May 7, 2020

Author: 

Gordon Lubold and Michael C. Bender

Publication: 

Wall Street Journal

Related Country: 

  • Saudi Arabia
  • United States

The United States is removing four Patriot anti-missile systems from the Middle East, including two that were guarding oil fields in Saudi Arabia. In addition, dozens of U.S. military personnel that were temporarily deployed to the region last year will be moved. The United States previously removed two jet fighter squadrons from the region and is considering reducing its naval presence. U.S. officials say that the moves mark the end of a year-long military buildup to counter Iran.